{"id":13697,"date":"2021-09-18T16:18:32","date_gmt":"2021-09-18T16:18:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=13697"},"modified":"2021-11-02T07:51:22","modified_gmt":"2021-11-02T07:51:22","slug":"granisetron-stada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/granisetron-stada\/","title":{"rendered":"Granisetron STADA &#8211; Granisetron uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>1 mg and 2 mg&nbsp;film-coated tablets<br>granisetron<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Granisetron STADA is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Granisetron Stada contains the active substance granisetron.&nbsp;It belongs to a group of medicines called &#8216;5 \u2011 HT&nbsp;<sub>3<\/sub>&nbsp;receptor antagonists&#8217; or &#8216;antiemetics&#8217; (medicines that prevent nausea and vomiting).&nbsp;These tablets are used for adults only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Granisetron Stada is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting caused by other medical treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Granisetron contained in Granisetron Stada may also be approved for the treatment of other diseases not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before you use Granisetron STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not take Granisetron STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to granisetron or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not sure, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking these tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking these tablets, especially if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>have problems with your bowel movements due to blockages in the intestines.<\/li><li>have heart problems, are treated for cancer with a drug that is known to be harmful to the heart or have problems with salt levels in the body, such as&nbsp;potassium&nbsp;,&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;or&nbsp;calcium&nbsp;(electrolyte changes).<\/li><li>take another medicine that is \u201c5-HT&nbsp;<sub>3<\/sub>&nbsp;receptor antagonists\u201d.&nbsp;This includes dolasetron, ondansetron which is used in the same way as Granisetron Stada to treat and prevent nausea and vomiting.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Serotonin syndrome is a less common but possibly life-threatening reaction that may occur with the use of granisetron (see section 4).&nbsp;It can cause serious changes in the functioning of your brain, muscles, and digestive system.&nbsp;The reaction may occur if you take granisetron alone but are more likely if you take granisetron with certain other medicines (especially&nbsp;fluoxetine,&nbsp;paroxetine,&nbsp;sertraline, fluvoxamine,&nbsp;citalopram, escitalopram, venlaflaxine, duloxetine).&nbsp;Tell your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse about any medicines you are taking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Children should not take these tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Granisetron STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.&nbsp;This is because Granisetron Stada may affect the way some medicines work.&nbsp;Some other medicines may also affect the way these tablets work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In particular, tell your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse if you are taking any of the following medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>drugs used to treat irregular heartbeats<\/li><li>other medicines that are \u201c5 \u2011 HT&nbsp;<sub>3<\/sub>&nbsp;receptor antagonists\u201d such as dolasetron or ondansetron (see \u201cWarnings and Precautions\u201d above)<\/li><li>phenobarbital, a drug used to treat&nbsp;epilepsy<\/li><li>a drug called&nbsp;ketoconazole&nbsp;used to treat fungal infections<\/li><li>the antibiotic erythromycin used to treat bacterial infections<\/li><li>SSRIs&nbsp;(selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) used to treat depression and \/ or anxiety.&nbsp;For example&nbsp;fluoxetine&nbsp;,&nbsp;paroxetine&nbsp;,&nbsp;sertraline&nbsp;, fluvoxamine,&nbsp;citalopram&nbsp;, escitalopram<\/li><li>SNRIs&nbsp;(&nbsp;serotonin&nbsp;noradrenaline uptake inhibitors) used to treat depression and \/ or anxiety.&nbsp;For example&nbsp;venlafaxine&nbsp;, duloxetine.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should not take these tablets if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding unless your doctor tells you to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Granisetron Stada has no or negligible influence on your ability to drive or use tools and machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Granisetron STADA contains lactose and sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Lactose<\/em>: If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sodium<\/em>: This medicine contains less than 1 mmol&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;(23 mg) per tablet, is essential &#8216;sodium-free.&nbsp;is next to &#8220;sodium-free&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Granisetron STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;varies from one patient to another.&nbsp;It depends on your age, weight, and whether you are receiving the medicine to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting.&nbsp;Your doctor will calculate the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;you should receive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To prevent nausea or vomiting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first&nbsp;dose&nbsp;of Granisetron Stada is usually given one hour before radiation therapy or chemotherapy.&nbsp;Dose&nbsp;one will either be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a 1 mg tablet twice daily or<\/li><li>two 1 mg tablets once daily or<\/li><li>one 2 mg tablet once daily<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>for up to one week after the radiotherapy or chemotherapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Treatment for nausea or vomiting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dose&nbsp;one will usually be either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a 1 mg tablet twice daily or<\/li><li>two 1 mg tablets once daily or<\/li><li>one 2 mg tablet once daily.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you take more Granisetron STADA than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center on tel. 112 for assessment of the risk and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of overdose include mild headache.&nbsp;You will be treated depending on your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to take Granisetron STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take your medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop taking Granisetron STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not stop taking your medicine until the treatment is finished.&nbsp;If you stop taking the medicine, your symptoms may return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.&nbsp;If you notice any of the following problems, see a doctor immediately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>allergic reactions (&nbsp;anaphylaxis&nbsp;).&nbsp;Signs of this may be swelling of the throat, face, lips and mouth, difficulty breathing and swallowing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Other&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;that may occur when you take this medicine are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Very common<\/strong>&nbsp;(may affect more than 1 user in 10):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>headache<\/li><li>constipation.&nbsp;Your doctor will examine you.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common<\/strong>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>sleep problems (insomnia)<\/li><li>Changes in the way your liver works are shown by blood tests<\/li><li>diarrhea.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon<\/strong>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>skin rash or an allergic skin reaction or&nbsp;hives&nbsp;(&nbsp;urticaria&nbsp;).&nbsp;Signs of this may be red, raised itchy rashes<\/li><li>altered heartbeat (rhythm) and changes seen on&nbsp;ECG&nbsp;(electrical recording of the heart)<\/li><li>abnormal involuntary movements, such as tremors, muscle stiffness and muscle contractions<\/li><li>serotonin syndrome.&nbsp;Symptoms may include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fever, high&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;, excessive sweating and rapid&nbsp;heartbeat&nbsp;, agitation, confusion, hallucinations, chills, muscle tremors, twitching or stiffness, loss of coordination and restlessness.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this information.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Granisetron STADA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the blister and the carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not store above 30 \u00b0 C.&nbsp;Store in the original package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is granisetron.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each 1 mg film-coated tablet contains 1 mg granisetron (as hydrochloride).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each 2 mg film-coated tablet contains 2 mg granisetron (as hydrochloride).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other ingredients are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose (E460), hypromellose (E464), sodium starch glycolate, magnesium stearate (E470b), titanium dioxide (E171), macrogol 400, polysorbate 80 (E433).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Granisetron Stada 1 mg tablets are round, white or whitish film-coated tablets, marked with \u201cGS\u201d on one side and without labeling on the other side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Granisetron Stada 2 mg tablets are round, white or whitish film-coated tablets, marked with \u201cGS2\u201d on one side and without labeling on the other side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Pack sizes<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Granisetron Stada 1 mg tablets: blisters of 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 50, 90, 100, 150, 200, 250, 500 white tablets.<\/li><li>Granisetron Stada 2 mg tablets: blisters of 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 50, 90, 100, 150, 200, 250, 500 white tablets.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>STADA Arzneimittel AG<br>Stadastrasse 2-18<br>61118 Bad Vilbel<br>Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other manufacturers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Centrafarm Services BV, Nieuwe Donk 9, 4879 AC Etten-Leur, The Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Haupt Pharma M\u00fcnster GmbH, Schleebr\u00fcggenkamp 15, 48159 M\u00fcnster, Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>STADAPHARM GmbH, Feodor-Lynen-Strasse 35, 30625 Hanover, Germany.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Local representative<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>STADA Nordic ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Marielundvej 46 A<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2730 Herlev<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Granisetron Stada contains the active substance granisetron. 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